A/N: Okay, I had wanted to try and write what would happen if Baileywick and Cedric were in charge of the children. I know we sort saw it in the episode "King for a Day" but James was like running the place. I am not sure how well I'll do with this but please go easy on me.
Disclaimer: I will never ever own Sofia the First or the art I used for the cover.
Royal Babysitters
Chapter 1: The Set Up
"Don't worry Miss Cordelia, we'll take good care of Calista." Sofia ensured the woman as she, Cedric and Calista were out in front of the castle to say goodbye. While it had been nice to stay at the castle where she and her brother grew up the woman wanted to go see some of the friends she had in the village.
"I know you will be fine but...a whole week away...are you sure you don't want to come with me, Calista?" she asked nervously.
"I'm sure,I'll be having all sorts of fun with Uncle Cedy and Sofia!" The little girl exclaimed as she jumped up and made the man catch her for a hug. "And if I start missing you I can always use that communication spell you taught me."
Cordelia smiled as she watched the cute reaction between her brother and daughter.
Once Cedric had made Calista release him from her tight grip he placed her down on the ground and fixed his messed up hair. "Everything will be fine, Cordy, I'll make sure she goes to bed on time and everything."
"Oh thank you, Cedy," Cordelia hugged her brother. "I was starting to cancel my little trip to the village or make Calista come with me when I heard how Wormwood left you. It's shocking how he betrayed you like he did stealing one of the crown's and framing you."
The sorcerer shrugged "It's been a little hard not having him in the workshop but I hope to pack away some of his stuff this week." He tried not to show how sad he was about the bird's betrayal but it still was hard not to keep your emotion in check. He hoped he would get use to his absence soon.
"Well, if that bird couldn't respect your decision Cedy then he was not worth all fusing over." Cordelia consoled him.
"She's right Mr. Cedric but for now you have us." The princess aggreed and as she and Calista joined in the group hug.
"Yeah, for some reason I'm stuck with girls. I really need some guy friends." The sorcerer muttered under his breath.
After their so-called hug with Cedric the trio watched the coach take Cordelia away from the castle.
"So Uncle Cedy, what should we do first?" Calista asked
Before Cedric or even Sofia could answer the question Baileywick came walking out and towards them. "Cedric, King Roland has requested for you to come see him in his office."
"Why don't you two go play while I go see what the king wants." Cedric suggested to them. He then began following the steward back inside. Now that King Roland trusted him again the sorcerer had to wonder what he needed. Could it be a simple spell casting or potion request or was it something bigger? If so he was going to have busy week.
When the two men reached the king's office Roland was already sitting at his desk and looking through paperwork.
"Ah, Cedric, I need to speak with you about mine and and Miranda's business trip." Roland said as he put down his quill and looked at his friend's confused face.
"Why would you need to discuss that with me, Your Majesty?" Cedric asked as scratched his head
"Well, this week is going to be quite different around here. Some of our staff will having the week off due to some sickness and Cordelia just left to visit some friends in the village, right?"
"Yes, sire."
"Considering how there will be less adults around the castle I want you and Baileywick to watch the children closely. Constable Miles has told me there is a gang of criminals running around Enchancia and well...I think you get the idea." He answered.
"I don't think you will have to worry, Your Majesty, this castle is well protected with our guards. I believe this place will run smoothly as though you and Miranda haven't even left." Baileywick said " I won't need Cedric's help to watch the children."
Cedric didn't know whether if he was insulted or grateful for that statement. In a way, he wanted to glare and retort back at the man but on the other hand it would give him some peace and quiet. Either way, he would watch Sofia and Calista closely and give the scowling steward twin duty.
"If he really doesn't require my help,Your Majesty, I don't really care. He can take care of his castle duties and I'll take care of mine." Cedric answered. "Old-pocket watch can just handle anything...why I have no doubt he'll knock-out any criminal that will try to steal his favorite handkerchief." Cedric answered with a smirk.
"Cedric..." Roland frowned.
"No, it's alright. I'm sure Cedric will be able to show me the proper way to train pets, I could train Rex to steal a new pocket watch or even a new bow-tie." The steward retorted back as he crossed his arms.
"Baileywick..." Roland winced as he remembered last weekend's Wormwood incident. It had been rough on Cedric to see his own pet frame and betray him but after that day Sofia had told him how the sorcerer had not been himself during their sorcery lessons. He hoped his friend would cheer up soon but for now he really needed for these two to work together during this difficult week.
"Don't you remember, Wormwood committed the crime on his own and I had nothing to to do with it!" Cedric yelled. "Merlin only knows what that deceiving bird is doing to help that woman he calls master now,"
"I believe the term you referring to is 'Mistress" Baileywick corrected as he fixed his glasses.
Enough, you two." Roland said sternly which got both men's attention towards the king. "With the castle nearly adult-less and a gang of criminals running around Echancia I am going to ask that you two work together to protect the children this week. While I understand you two might not see eye to eye right now you two are the only main members who live in this castle. Can I count on you to at least do that?"
Cedric and Baileywick looked at each other. "I'll...try to be nice and cooperative if you will..." the steward said as he raised his hand up for a shake.
The sorcerer looked at the steward's out-stretched then toward Roland who he had come to call friend now. He was unsure how well would do this week but if he was lucky he wouldn't have to interact with the man much. "Deal." He said uncertainly as he looked at Baileywick and shook the hand.
A/N: Well, I hope you all like the first chapter. I was going to make the story a One-Shot but I was having a hard time how the plot would go in my head. I hope I do well with this idea. I am not sure how I'll have Cedric and Bailywick try to work together but we'll see. Please review.
